The day after a having a right below-the-knee amputation,a patient complains of pain in the missing right foot. Which action is most important for the nurse to take?

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Acute phantom limb sensation is treated as any other type of postoperative pain would be treated. Explanations of the reason for the pain may be given,but the nurse should still medicate the patient. Alignment is important but is unlikely to relieve the pain. Although the pain may decrease over time,it currently requires treatment.

The Day After a Having a Right Below-The-Knee Amputation,a Patient